Library Services

Welcome to the College Library, located within the Learning Commons. Study and use computers between classes, do library research, or use the print collection of textbooks and study guides. The library staff provides reference service (including access to many electronic databases) and instruction on the most effective use of library resources.

• The library holds a RESERVE copy of each SOMI textbook. These books cannot be checked out, but you can use these in the Learning Commons space whenever the College is open.
• With an Athens login, you can also access a collection of electronic radiography journals 24/7. Set up the required OpenAthens login to access the eLibrary by clicking here.
• The Librarian's hours are posted outside room 202
• The Student Code of Conduct prevails in the College Library 
• Library Policy
• Video on Using The College Library Remotely
• Library Catalog
  • Username: BSMCON; no password required
• How to Search the BSMCON and SOMI Library Catalog and Check Out Print Books
• In a time crunch after hours? How To Obtain Full-Text Articles on Your Own.
• Have a question or concern?
• https://bshsi.ovidds.com/

To reserve Study Room 1 or 2 on a weekday, click here.

To reserve Study Room 3 or 4 on a weekday, click here.

To reserve a Sunday Study Room 2 weeks in advance:

December 1: Click here

December 8: Click here

(Signups open 2 weeks before the desired reservation date). 

Tina Metzger, MSIS
College Librarian
tina_metzger@bshsi.org
804-627-5340

Ms. Metzger has worked in public and academic libraries since 2003. She holds a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Maryland and a master's degree in information sciences from the University of Tennessee.

Learning Commons (for access to print and digital resources)

Learning Commons Hours:

• Monday - Friday : 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Books may be checked out for two weeks using the checkout counter at the front of the room, and returned in the return slot located there. Books labeled Reserve may not be checked out, and it is an honor code violation to remove them from the Learning Commons.

The Learning Commons does not have a printer (See the College of Nursing’s student technology requirements and the School of Medical Imaging’s requirements). The library does not provide printing services under any circumstances. In case of home printer malfunctions, the North Park branch of the Henrico Public Library offers public printing, 0.7 miles from the College at 8508 Franconia Rd., Henrico, VA 23227. See printing details.

Librarian Hours

• Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in person and via email, phone and Zoom.